1. United States
2. Mo.
3. Letter

The scheduled execution of Marcellus Williams on Tuesday raises significant concerns about the integrity of the criminal justice system and the potential that an innocent man may be put to death. Despite nearly 25 years of litigation in state and federal courts, there remains credible evidence that casts doubt on Williams' conviction, including new revelations that the trial prosecutor improperly removed a Black juror based on race. The victim's family and the current prosecuting attorney have voiced opposition to this execution given the uncertainties surrounding the case. Proceeding with Williams' execution under these circumstances would represent an irreversible injustice and a failure to uphold the fundamental principles of due process and equal protection under the law. An urgent intervention is warranted to prevent Missouri from potentially executing an innocent person and further eroding public confidence in the fair administration of justice. I implore you to take immediate action to halt this execution and ensure a full and impartial review of all available evidence before any irreversible steps are taken. I hope you can live with your guilty conscience knowing that an innocent man will be put to death.